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March is the international month of La Francophonie, which is celebrated by over 200 million French-speaking people in over 68 countries around the world. Exemplified by the principle of unity and commonality, according to a statement from the French Embassy in New York City, "francophone countries have been quick to mobilize for Haiti following the January earthquake." It was further pointed out that "France, for its part, announced a massive aid package totaling almost half a billion dollars (326 million euros)."
One of France's most popular celebrities, [Yannick Noah], the beloved former tennis champion, won 39 titles, including the 1983 French Open, prior to becoming a pop star celebrated for such moving hits as "Saga Africa" (1991) and "Donne-moi une vie" (2009).The highly praised [Emeline Michel], the reigning diva of Haitian music, is in a class by herself. Her unique brand of music is an eclectic mix of fantastic traditional compass, twoubadou and rara fused with inspirational lyrics. Her "Queen of Hearts" album (2007), which has garnered rave reviews, continues to be a favorite for her fans worldwide. The riveting music of the 30-year-old Haitian sensation Jean Bélony Murat, better known as BeIO, is a fascinating and unique mix of reggae, voodoo and soul beats, all of which are featured on "Reference" (2008).[...] when David Belle, co-founder of the town's Ciné Institute, appealed to FIAF, with whom he had worked on the 2009 World Nomad Series, there was an immediate response in NYC to organize this concert to assist the Jacmel organization that provides the area's youth with film education, technical training and media-related work opportunities.See the full content of this document
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Francophones Unite for Haiti On March 15
March is the international month of La Francophonie, which is celebrated by over 200 million French-speaking people in over 68 countries around the world. Exemplified by the principle of unity and commo...
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